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As the old saying goes, “no pain, no gain.” The same is true when it comes to body piercing, as many parts of the body are a little more than uncomfortable when the needle penetrates the skin. As distasteful as it may be, a piercing is nothing more than a puncture wound with a piece of jewelry inserted into the hole. Many individuals would seriously consider body piercing, but the potential for pain is too much for the weak of heart. In most instances, the pain associated with the actual piercing is not nearly as extreme as believed. Read the rest of this entry »

Body piercing is an age-old art form that has been used in generations in cultures all around the world.  Many individuals today who seek to pierce different parts of their body may choose to do so to honor their heritage or make a unique statement of their own.  If you are interested in piercing a part of your body, consider researching the origin and history of different types of body piercing.

The first sign of body piercing is the form of nose rings that were recorded approximately 4,000 years ago in the Middle East.  In fact, there is even mention of nose piercing in the Bible.  Nomadic tribes in Africa and the Middle East still practice nose piercing, and often the size and quality of the ring denote the wealth and social status of the wearer.  Nose piercing is also common in India, where the left nostril is pierced to prevent medical issues and ease childbirth. Read the rest of this entry »